Soon, Xiaohua saw clearly the source of the light...
It was a small round lake.
The lake water is clear and calm as a mirror.
Under the surface of the lake, there were groups of shimmering lights flickering in the water.
There are not many, probably only a dozen or so at first glance. But because it was in this dark environment, it was very eye-catching.
"Is there any treasure in the lake?"
This was Xiaohua's first subconscious thought.
But he soon came to his senses - it has nothing to do with him whether he is a baby or not!
I am just a little real demon snake that accidentally broke into the forbidden area of [Mysterious Mist Forest]. Being able to escape alive is already the greatest luck. How can I dare to think about the treasures in the forbidden area?
Just when Xiaohua took a few glances at this strange scene and was about to leave and continue looking for a way out... a sudden change occurred!
Gulu, gulu.
The lake water not far in front of him suddenly began to roll, as if it was boiling. Amid the splashing water, more than a dozen blue light clusters about half a foot in diameter rose from the lake and floated about a foot high above the lake.
The next moment, a dozen blue light groups suddenly shrank inward, becoming only the size of a fist. Then, they all turned into small burning flames!
The faint blue flames change shapes over the clear lake, giving it a magnificent and evil feeling.
Even from a relatively short distance, Xiaohua could feel a hot and blazing flame breath, which shocked him very much.
"So weird? The light group emerging from the lake turns into blue flames, and the temperature is so high! This Forbidden Forest Forest is really evil and weird."
Well……
But a snake demon said that this forest was very strange and strange.
But at this moment, the change happened again!
Waves of faint white mist actually rose from the originally clear lake surface - it was different from the original gray mist in the forest.
The white mist rose slowly and touched the burning blue flame...suddenly!
Beep, click, click.
Just like the sound of everything freezing in the Changbai Mountains in winter - Xiaohua is very familiar with this sound.
He was shocked to see that the dozens of burning flames had stopped condensing in the air!
It was as if the jumping blue flames turned into flame-shaped blue ice cubes, motionless in the air...
An even weirder aura spread everywhere.
The temperature around me is sometimes hot and sometimes cold.
It's like alternating between ice and fire.
The scene before her eyes was completely beyond Xiaohua’s understanding!
Now, he couldn't care less about curiosity. He really turned around and ran away, scurrying around in the woods like a headless fly.
What's even more frightening is that not long after she escaped, Xiaohua discovered that several large groups of "grey fog" appeared behind and on both sides of her - approaching slowly but really quickly!
He was so frightened that he didn't even care that the demonic energy in his body was half suppressed, so he used all his strength to escape.
Didn't dare to stop at all.
He didn't know how long he had been running away, but when Xiaohua felt that the demonic energy in his body was about to be completely exhausted and there was no trace left... he suddenly noticed that the surrounding environment seemed to have changed.
Moreover, the feeling of being suppressed by the uncomfortable aura has also disappeared, and it seems to be working again!
This incidates that……
"I actually escaped?!"
Xiaohua was simply overjoyed.
Look back.
Sure enough, not far behind him, he saw a wall-like barrier of light gray mist, faintly separating where he was now from the woods behind him.
As one of the mysterious [forbidden areas] in the Changbai Mountains, the Misty Forest must have boundaries.
It's just that the "gray fog" in the outer area is too light. At first glance, it looks similar to the ordinary fog, miasma and the like that are common in the forest. You can't tell it without looking carefully.
Before, Xiaohua only had eyes for the delicious "mouse demon", so she didn't pay attention to the changes in the surrounding situation at all, so naturally she couldn't notice it.
"Thank God!"
Xiaohua was happy, but also extremely scared.
The terror of various [forbidden areas] in the Changbai Mountains has been emphasized repeatedly by both the previous generation "Little Flower" and the current eldest sister Tou Fenghong - even the Demon King must be careful when entering!
There is even a legend that there once was a wolf demon who was famous in the Changbai Mountains and was still in the middle stage of the demon king. I boldly entered a certain [forbidden area] to hunt for treasure, and never came out again...
Apparently he has fallen into the forbidden land.
Xiaohua, a small snake demon in the realm of "true demon", was able to escape from the [Fog Forest]. She was indeed lucky to have survived the catastrophe.
After he escaped, he didn't dare to have any thoughts of staying outside, and hurriedly followed the way he came and returned to his "home" where he had always lived.
Feng Hong just finished her retreat two days ago. When she woke up, she found that only the ginseng plant was growing at home and sleeping in the form of a ginseng plant, but the little flower was nowhere to be seen!
It almost blew her lungs out.
Changbai Mountain is so large that she might not be able to find it when she goes out, and she wouldn't feel at ease leaving the ginseng at home alone. I can only be angry and wait.
After Xiaohua came back, she immediately cursed her head and face. But when I learned that he had mistakenly entered the forbidden area [Misty Forest], I softened my heart and quickly asked him if he had encountered any danger?
Xiaohua narrated the situation in general, and Feng Hong breathed a sigh of relief and warned him that he would never run around so willfully again...
Time returns to the present.
Feng Hong's face showed a look of reminiscence, and she suddenly realized something.
"Oh, Xiaohua, when you said that, I remembered it. At that time, you seemed to have mentioned that the blue light group coming out of the lake turned into a flame when you encountered it in the [Misty Forest]! However, more than seventy years have passed, and I am not a person who has experienced it, so I have not thought about what Brother Wu described at all. I am really sorry that I almost missed your point. "
Of course I can understand this. Feng Hong was probably still angry at the time. As long as his "brother" was fine, he said that most of the content would go in one ear and out the other.
Xiaohua looked at me.
"Brother Wu, it must have been August when I accidentally entered the [Misty Forest], so it must have been summer. Those blue light groups turned into flames, and finally seemed to be frozen into ice cubes hanging in the air... …I’m thinking that this is somewhat similar to the [frozen fire in summer] you mentioned. I don’t know if that’s what you’re looking for.”
Eighty percent is correct!
My heart was filled with ecstasy.
In a certain [forbidden area] in Changbai Mountain, and the shape is so consistent, it should be one of the two strange things needed to hatch small round bird eggs!
What an unexpected surprise.
Originally, I just wanted to ask casually to see if I could get some clues. I had the mentality of "try it regardless of whether there are dates or not."
I never expected that I got the final result directly!
Seeing my ecstatic expression, Feng Hong seemed to hesitate for a moment before speaking.
"Brother Wu... Although your strength is very strong, you probably haven't reached the [King Level] of our demons yet, right?"
I nodded.
"Indeed, not really. In fact, my real level is not high, and it should be lower than both you and Xiaohua. The reason why I feel strong in combat is probably due to the advantages of magical weapons and my personal cultivation techniques. It has something to do with the special physique.”
Feng Hong said in a sincere tone.
"In this case, I suggest you, Brother Wu, postpone your plan to go to the [Fog Forest]. Changbai Mountain is vast and very mysterious. The forbidden areas in it are even more treacherous and dangerous. My stupid brother was able to survive the catastrophe and barely escape only because of luck. You get a life. But you can’t always bet on luck when doing things..."
It was obvious that she wanted to tactfully persuade me not to take risks in the [Misty Forest] yet.
I laughed.
"Sister Feng, thank you for your reminder. In fact, I also understand that with my current cultivation level, it will definitely be extremely dangerous to break in rashly. But, I am not afraid. I must go too!"
Feng Hong said anxiously.
"What's more important than your life?"
I could feel her genuine concern and smiled.
"I can't say it's more important than life, but it's almost it. Because my best brother is still waiting for that thing to save his life! There's no way I know the whereabouts of that strange object and still hold back. It's not mine either. Personality. Sister Feng, you should also know that the practice of human monks-especially Taoist practitioners, pays attention to the understanding of one thought. If the thought is not understood, it is easy to breed inner demons. When the time comes, it will not only be as simple as delaying practice. ”
"Okay." Feng Hong nodded, "I understand, so I won't be nagging anymore. I just hope that, little brother Wu, you will be careful and pay attention to safety."
"Thank you!"
I said sincerely.
Next, Xiaohua and I talked carefully. He asked where he entered the [Wood Forest] in the first place, including the specific direction and location, as well as the scenes and features near the entrance...
Fortunately, he was already in the realm of [True Demon] at that time, and his memory was far beyond that of ordinary humans. Otherwise, he would have forgotten everything in the past so long.
After knowing how to get to the forest area where [Misty Forest] is located, I said goodbye to them completely.
Shen Bao also jumped over and asked for a hug.
I held it in my arms and kissed her cheek to cheek, then gave it back to Feng Hong and sat on her back - after thousands of years of ginseng became essence, it could leave the soil for a short time.
In this way, it is more convenient and faster for the stick bird to fly with it.
"Okay, little guy, don't run around anymore! If you get caught by others, you won't be so lucky."
I waved.
Choo Choo Choo!
Feng Hong made a sharp bird call, flapped its wings, and soared into the sky. Flying deeper into Changbai Mountain.
Xiaohua also nodded her huge snake head at me, then turned around and swam away quickly. Follow the red flight path on the ground...
After the two big demons left with the ginseng doll, Wang Lei and others gathered around me and came to my side. The expressions on everyone's faces were very excited. They were happy to have gained a lot this time, and they also felt that it was an eye-opener!
Lu Ping, in particular, felt deeper than others.
"I can be considered a member of Xuanmen. I have seen some demons, ghosts and corpses over the years...but this is the first time I have seen a big demon who can directly talk to people using their spiritual thoughts!"
I said seriously.
"Actually, the true demon realm is almost enough. Ordinary little demons who have just escaped from animals should not be able to do it. So Brother Lu, you have jumped two levels directly."
Everyone laughed.
Wang Lei waved his hand.
"Let's go, talk as we walk back. Otherwise, Gangzi and the other three will be waiting anxiously outside the forest!"
Before leaving, I thought about it and set up a blinding magic array to hide this gathering place where wild ginseng grows.
In this way, it will be difficult for other ginseng pickers, hunters, explorers, etc. to discover it - although it would be difficult for them to discover this place in the first place.
Wouldn't this be too selfish?
Uh...I never said that I am a good person who is willing to help and share!
Why are you so polite to strangers you don't even know?
As soon as they walked out of the forest, they saw Liu Gang, Du Changmao, and Feng Lingshuang, who were staying outside, running toward them with nervous expressions on their faces.
After seeing us, he was stunned for a moment. Then he seemed to breathe a sigh of relief and stopped running, but strode forward.
Liu Gang also deliberately shouted loudly in a complaining tone.
"Old Wang, why did it take so long this time? It's already past the agreed time. Adu, Xiaoshuang and I are all very anxious."
Wang Lei chuckled and shouted back.
"Gangzi, what are you worried about? With Brother Wu here, what else can happen?"
"Well...it's obvious to all that Brother Wu is awesome, but if I don't care, it will lead to chaos."
After everyone gathered together again, Wang Lei excitedly told Liu Gang and the other three about his experience in the forest. The three of them were stunned for a moment, exclaiming that it was amazing!
Du Changmao, in particular, kept slapping his thighs and shouting, with a look of grief and anger on his face.
"What a loss! It's really a big loss. I didn't witness such a wonderful and magical experience with my own eyes. Whatever you say next time, I won't stay behind anymore, boss!"
It made everyone laugh.
…
The eight people retraced their steps and returned to the tent camp at the entrance of the canyon.
The guide team saw from a distance that we returned successfully before sunset, and they breathed a sigh of relief.
The ranger named "Lao Yu" trotted over and hugged Yuan Changhai vigorously.
"Is everything going well, Lao Yuan?"
"It went very smoothly! And the harvest this time is good. I can give your guide team some salary increase."
Wang Lei nodded with a smile.
"That's right! Each of our brothers, on top of the original daily salary of 10,000 yuan, will receive an additional 3,000 yuan in hard work today."
Cheers immediately erupted in the camp.
Then we had dinner. The guide team had already prepared steaming barbecue and scones, which tasted very good.
After meal.
I walked to Wang Lei and sat down.
"Brother Wang, there is something I want to tell you..."
Wang Lei smiled.
"I've guessed that Brother Wu is planning to leave for that forbidden place called [Wood Forest], right?"
"That's right!"
I nodded.
"But in this case, I'm afraid I won't be able to travel with you, Brother Wang. In other words, I can no longer provide you with some protection. I'm sorry..."
Wang Lei interrupted me.
"Brother Wu, what are you talking about? You were able to protect us along the way and let us gain so much. We completed more than a third of the order within two days of entering the mountain. I can't thank you enough."
